Premier Jacinta Allan claims inflation, not corruption, drives Victoria's rising costs
Premier Jacinta Allan asserted that inflation, not corruption, is responsible for rising costs on Victoria's Big Build amid allegations of misconduct. Calls for a royal commission are growing as organized crime, fraud, and intimidation plague construction sites. Critics argue existing integrity agencies lack the authority and resources to address the systemic corruption effectively.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 05:30 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 05:51 UTC
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